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コンビニの進化(しんか)

The Evolution of Convenience Stores

日本のコンビニエンスストアは、ただ()(もの)をするところではありません。最近のコンビニは、美味しいお弁当(べんとう)やスイーツがとても充実(じゅうじつ)しています。まるでレストランのようなクオリティのものも()えていて、(おどろ)くほどです。

特に一人暮らしの人にとって、コンビニはなくてはならない存在です。夜遅くまで開いていますし、野菜や果(もの)()っています。また、季節(きせつ)ごとに(あたら)しいメニューが出るので、()きることがありません。(はる)には(さくら)使(つか)ったお菓子(かし)(ふゆ)には温かいおでんなどが(ひと)()です。

便利すぎて毎日通ってしまうという人も多いでしょう。皆さんは、コンビニで一番よく()うものは(なに)ですか。

Translation

Japanese convenience stores are not just places to shop. Recently, convenience stores have a great selection of delicious bento boxes and sweets. The quality is increasing to the point where it's like a restaurant, which is surprising. Especially for people living alone, convenience stores are an essential existence. They are open late at night, and they also sell vegetables and fruits. Also, because new menus are released every season, you never get bored. In spring, sweets using cherry blossoms are popular, and in winter, warm oden is popular. It is so convenient that many people go there every day. What is the thing you buy most often at the convenience store?

Comprehension

Why does the author mention seasonal menus?

  • Because they are cheaper.
  • Because they make the store feel like a restaurant.
  • Because they keep customers from getting bored.
  • Because they are only available at night.

The text says that because new menus come out every season, customers don't get bored.

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